Fried Mushrooms

Crispy, Flavorful, and Easy to Make

Fried mushrooms are the perfect appetizer or side dish for any meal. This recipe transforms ordinary mushrooms into crispy, garlicky, and flavorful bites that are golden on the outside and tender on the inside.

Using simple ingredients like garlic, butter, and olive oil, these mushrooms cook quickly in a skillet while retaining their juiciness. They’re ideal for parties, weeknight dinners, or even as a snack with dipping sauce.

This recipe works with button mushrooms, cremini, or baby bella mushrooms, making it versatile and perfect for mushroom lovers. The aroma alone will make your kitchen irresistible!


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and easy – ready in under 15 minutes
  • Crispy outside, tender inside
  • Perfect as appetizer or side
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Great for parties or casual meals

Ingredients

  • 500 g mushrooms (button or cremini), cleaned and halved
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional for extra flavor)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep mushrooms
    Clean mushrooms with a damp cloth and halve or slice them evenly.
  2. Heat skillet
    In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook mushrooms
    Add mushrooms in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until golden brown on one side.
  4. Stir and season
    Stir mushrooms and cook another 3–4 minutes. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Finish
    Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
  6. Serve
    Serve immediately as a side dish, appetizer, or snack.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve alongside steak or grilled chicken
  • Toss into pasta or risotto
  • Add to a salad for extra flavor
  • Pair with a dipping sauce like aioli or ranch

Fried Mushrooms

Crispy and flavorful fried mushrooms sautéed with garlic, butter, and olive oil. Perfect as a quick appetizer, side dish, or snack.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Mushrooms
  • 500 g mushrooms button or cremini, halved
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika optional
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Clean mushrooms and halve or slice them.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add mushrooms and cook 3–4 minutes undisturbed until golden.
  4. Stir mushrooms and cook another 3–4 minutes. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Sauté 1–2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
  6. Serve immediately as a side dish, appetizer, or snack.

Notes

Serve hot for best crispiness. Can be paired with dipping sauces like aioli or ranch. Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet.

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